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Role Description Blue Origin's TeraWave Operations is architecting a first-of-its-kind satellite connectivity manufacturing capability, and we are seeking a Director of DFX, Design for Manufacturing Mechanical to shape how it is built. You will be at the center of translating cutting-edge hardware designs into scalable, high-quality manufacturing processes - from NPI through full rate production - while driving Design for Excellence principles across mechanical systems including: - Design for Assembly - Design for Manufacturability - Mechanical tolerancing - Structural design optimization - Design for Reliability at the component and assembly level Working in close partnership with engineering, product, and operations leadership, you will ensure that what we design can be manufactured with precision, reliability, and velocity at scale. What You Will Do - Define and own the DFM and DFX - Mechanical strategy, guiding programs from the earliest concept stages through mass production. - Champion DFX principles across mechanical systems - DFA, DFM, DFR, and DFC - embedding them deeply into the product development process before design decisions become costly to reverse. - Spearhead NPI efforts including prototype builds, prototype facility stand-up, factory line development, and the seamless transition to full rate production. - Serve as a strategic partner to hardware engineering teams, leveraging simulation, tolerance stack-up analysis, GD&T, and DOE to drive design decisions that elevate manufacturability, testability, reliability, yield, and cost performance. - Architect and scale factory automation strategies - including modular and reconfigurable approaches - to accelerate production ramp across varying program volumes. - Recruit, develop, and inspire a world-class DFM and DFX engineering team, cultivating a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement. - Establish robust manufacturing assembly processes spanning mechanical, electronic, molding, stamping, forming, and machining disciplines. - Define and enforce rigorous mechanical DFX review gates throughout the product development lifecycle, proactively identifying and eliminating tolerance, assembly, and reliability risks before they reach the factory floor. - Lead failure analysis and corrective action processes that drive measurable improvements in quality, throughput, and FPY outcomes. - Collaborate with global supply chain and supplier partners to align on process requirements and manufacturing readiness at every stage. - Define, track, and communicate key manufacturing and DFX metrics, translating operational performance into clear insights for senior leadership. Qualifications - 15+ years of experience in consumer electronics or hardware manufacturing engineering, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role. - Exceptional depth in NPI, prototype facility stand-up, factory line development, and manufacturing assembly across complex mechanical and electronic systems. - A distinguished track record of applying mechanical DFX methodologies - DFM, DFA, DFR, GD&T, tolerance stack-up analysis, and statistically based DOE - across high-complexity hardware programs. - Demonstrated success standing up manufacturing operations and prototype facilities from the ground up and scaling them to high volume production. - Commanding expertise in factory automation, failure analysis, process development, and yield improvement with measurable cost savings and FPY results to show for it. - A proven ability to shape product design decisions early in the development cycle, mitigating downstream manufacturing and quality risk before it materializes. - A history of building and leading high-performing, globally distributed engineering organizations. - A collaborative, cross-functional mindset with deep experience partnering across product, engineering, supply chain, and operations. - Exceptional communication skills and executive presence with the ability to influence and inspire across all levels of an organization. Requirements - Experience in satellite, aerospace, or defense hardware manufacturing. - Background in high-precision mechanical assembly manufacturing for complex hardware programs. - Multilingual capabilities supporting global supplier and manufacturing partner relationships. - Experience managing programs across US and Asia-based manufacturing sites. - Hands-on proficiency with mechanical simulation, tolerance analysis tools, and structured design review processes such as DFMEA for mechanical assemblies. Benefits - Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance. - Paid parental leave. - Short and long-term disability. - 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%. - Education Support Program. - Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week). - Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays. - Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results.

Title: Embedded Software Engineer II Location: locations Huntsville, AL Denver, CO Job Description: Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! The role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit, which is focused on addressing two of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space infrastructure and increasing mobility on-orbit. About the Role: The role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit, which is focused on addressing two of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space infrastructure and increasing mobility on-orbit. As an Embedded Software Engineer II on the Blue Ring program, you will be at the forefront of developing and testing flight software for one of the most capable and maneuverable multi-mission spacecraft ever built. Blue Ring is a hybrid solar electric and chemical propulsion spacecraft designed to maneuver, host, and deploy payloads across Earth orbits, the Moon, Mars, and beyond. Your work will directly shape the software that powers this groundbreaking vehicle — from concept through on-orbit operations. Special Mentions: - Relocation: Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates. - Travel: This position may require up to 10% travel based on program needs. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: - Design, develop, integrate, and test embedded flight software for the Blue Ring spacecraft, including hardware interface layers - Implement software requirements derived from system-level specifications, ensuring traceability throughout the software development lifecycle - Develop and execute software unit tests, integration tests, and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) test procedures to verify software functionality and performance - Collaborate closely with avionics, systems, and propulsion engineers to define software interfaces and resolve cross-discipline technical issues - Participate in software design reviews, code reviews, and technical peer reviews to ensure quality and adherence to coding standards - Debug and troubleshoot complex software and hardware/software integration issues in a lab and test environment Minimum Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field - 2+ years of professional experience in embedded software development - Proficiency in C++ programming in resource-constrained embedded environments - Experience with Python development for tooling, test automation, or scripting in an engineering environment Preferred Qualifications: - Experience developing flight software for spacecraft, launch vehicles, or other safety-critical aerospace systems - Familiarity with software verification for mission and safety critical standards (DO178, NPR 7150.2, SMC-S-012) - Experience with DevOps practices including CI/CD pipeline development, automated testing frameworks, and configuration management tools such as Git, Jenkins, or equivalent Base Pay Range for: CO applicants is $123,714.00 - $173,199.60 Other site ranges may differ Culture Statement Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Export Control Regulations Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. Background Check - Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check - Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation - Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training. - Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical Benefits - Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program. - Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week) - Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays. - Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details. Equal Employment Opportunity Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here. Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.

Role Description We're seeking an experienced, mission-driven Executive Assistant who thrives in complexity, anticipates what's needed before it's asked, and moves with discretion, urgency, and precision. This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities. As Executive Assistant supporting the VP of TeraWave Operations, you'll coordinate across engineering, manufacturing, testing, and operations teams to drive forward the development of reusable booster technology. Your responsibilities will include: - Executive Partnership - Serve as a thought partner and operational right hand to a senior executive with distinct but interconnected priorities. - Maintain situational awareness, anticipating needs and proactively managing shifting demands. - Build trusted relationships across internal teams and external partners. - Develop effective systems for triaging requests, information flow, and resource allocation. - Calendar & Scheduling Excellence - Manage complex, high-volume calendars across time zones. - Coordinate internal and external meetings with precision, optimizing for priority, flow, and flexibility. - Act as gatekeeper and gateway — balancing access with focus time. - Travel & Logistics - Coordinate detailed domestic and international travel: flights, accommodations, ground transportation, meeting prep, and contingency planning. - Manage pre-travel briefing materials and ensure executives are always one step ahead. - Submit timely, accurate expense reports aligned with internal policy. - Communication & Confidentiality - Draft, edit, and manage correspondence on behalf of senior leaders — maintaining tone, clarity, and context. - Act as a liaison across departments and with internal and external partners, managing sensitive communications with discretion. - Handle confidential information and decisions with integrity and tact. - Strategic Projects & Priorities - Drive special projects from ideation to execution (e.g., hiring efforts, onboarding programs, team offsites, executive reporting). - Help translate big-picture priorities into actionable steps and ensure follow-through. - Improve and evolve internal workflows, templates, and processes. - Event Planning & Team Engagement - Plan and execute key internal events including team offsites, technical milestone celebrations, executive reviews, and all-hands meetings. - Coordinate logistics, communications, guest management, and post-event follow-up. - Develop and lead team morale initiatives — from recognition programs and surprise appreciation moments to inclusive team-building events. - Track event budgets, success metrics, and feedback to continually improve future experiences. Qualifications - 5+ years supporting senior executives in fast-paced, high-accountability environments (startups, aerospace, tech, VC-backed firms, or similar). - Demonstrated success operating with executive-level discretion, trust, and emotional intelligence. - Mastery of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with Visio, and Acrobat. - Proficiency with AI productivity tools (Claude, ChatGPT, or similar generative AI platforms) to enhance executive support capabilities. - Strong communication skills: written, verbal, and contextual. - Self-starter with strong prioritization skills and the ability to stay grounded under pressure. - Ability to adapt to flexible hours and travel schedules with the ability to travel as needed. - U.S. citizenship or permanent residency (Green Card) required. Requirements - Experience supporting executives in aerospace, engineering, manufacturing, or regulated industries. - Operational experience in environments with safety, compliance, or technical documentation. - Comfort navigating ambiguity and evolving priorities. - Advanced skills in leveraging AI tools to streamline executive workflows and communications. - Experience supporting multiple executives with different working styles and focus areas. Benefits - Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance. - Paid parental leave, short and long-term disability. - 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%. - Education Support Program. - Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week). - Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

Role Description Blue Origin seeks a program manager to lead development of the advanced mixed-signal/DSP ASIC, including Digital Beamforming (DBF). These high-performance SoCs play a critical role at the core of TeraWave's satellite communication system. This role spans architecture definition through tapeout, bring-up, and production. The candidate will coordinate across design, verification, physical implementation, IP integration, validation, and production teams to deliver SoCs managing multiple signal chains from bits to antennas including SERDES, and high-speed ADC/DAC interfaces within aggressive power and schedule targets. - Drive end-to-end MS/DSP SoC development from architecture freeze through production, including IP selection, design services management, and foundry engagement. - Build and maintain integrated schedules across internal and external covering architecture definition, IP procurement, RTL design, verification, physical implementation, and tapeout. - Coordinate resolution of critical open architecture trades on the overall signal chain including hybrid vs. full digital beamforming, SERDES, IF sampling strategy, ADC/DAC analog interface configuration, and element count. - Track and mitigate technical risks related to power budget, IP maturity (non-silicon-proven DAC), NDA/legal pipelines, and IT/CAD infrastructure readiness. - Align overall DSP requirements including digital beamforming specifications and analog/digital interface definitions between FEIC, Modem, and system-level teams to ensure coherent operation across the full phased-array signal chain. - Manage design services partners and IP vendors including SOW execution, milestone reviews, and technical accountability. - Monitor critical path milestones through tapeout and first silicon bring-up, maintaining schedule confidence through proactive risk management. - Support power, area, and cost optimization trades in collaboration with design and systems engineering teams. - Oversee the post-silicon development phases including bring-up, bench-validation, characterization, qualification, and production ramp. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering. - 10+ years in technical program management or semiconductor development, with direct mixed-signal/DSP ASIC/SoC ownership. - 5+ years leading complex digital SoC programs from architecture definition through tapeout on advanced process nodes (7 nm or below). - Experience managing external design services vendors and IP licensing agreements across multi-party programs. - Demonstrated expertise in program planning, critical-path scheduling, and technical risk management for multi-disciplinary ASIC programs. Requirements - Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field. - Hands-on experience with high-speed SERDES integration or high-sample-rate ADC/DAC interfaces. - Proficiency with digital beamforming architectures and signal-processing pipeline design for phased-array antenna systems. - Experience in satellite, aerospace, or space-grade ASIC programs requiring radiation/reliability features. - Knowledge of advanced-node design flows and engagement models with approved design services providers. Benefits - Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance. - Paid parental leave. - Short and long-term disability. - 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%. - Education Support Program. - Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week). - Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays. - Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results.

Role Description We are seeking a Senior Director to lead the development of a next-generation satellite communications ground systems including the RF user terminal and RF gateway, from concept through manufacturing transfer. This leader will own a multidisciplinary team responsible for hardware architecture, embedded software, systems integration, validation, and production readiness at a contract manufacturer. - Lead hardware, embedded software, and systems engineering teams developing compact, rugged, high-performance communications terminals. - Define product architecture across RF, digital, power, thermal, mechanical, firmware, and manufacturing domains. - Drive execution from prototype to high-volume production, including design for manufacturability, testability, reliability, and cost. - Partner with manufacturing and supply chain teams to select components, qualify suppliers, and transfer designs to a contract manufacturer. - Establish program plans, technical milestones, risk management, and cross-functional coordination with operations, quality, and product management. - Own system-level integration, bring-up, debugging, and validation strategy for hardware and firmware. - Ensure embedded software supports secure boot, device provisioning, field updates, telemetry, diagnostics, and factory test. - Build and mentor a high-performing team of engineers and technical leads. - Manage external partners, including contract manufacturers, test labs, and specialist consultants. - Create and maintain engineering processes for requirements management, change control, verification, and release readiness. Qualifications - 12+ years of experience in hardware and embedded systems development, with at least 8 years leading technical teams. - Proven success bringing complex connected hardware products from prototype to mass production. - Strong background in embedded systems, board design, system integration, and production test. - Experience working with contract manufacturers and driving design transfer to manufacturing. - Familiarity with RF-enabled products, high-speed digital design, power electronics, thermal design, and ruggedized consumer or industrial hardware. - Experience with Linux-based embedded platforms, real-time constraints, boot flows, device provisioning, and firmware update mechanisms. - Strong understanding of reliability engineering, root cause analysis, and failure analysis. - Ability to lead across hardware, firmware, operations, and quality functions in a fast-paced environment. - Excellent communication and organizational skills, with a track record of delivering on aggressive timelines. Requirements - Master’s degree in electrical, mechanical or software engineering, or related field. - Experience with satellite communications, antenna systems, phased arrays, or wireless networking hardware. - Background in secure hardware, cryptography, anti-tamper, or device identity systems. - Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements for consumer electronics and radio products. - Experience scaling production from low-volume engineering builds to millions of units. - Hands-on experience with contract manufacturing test development and factory yield improvement. Benefits - Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance. - Paid parental leave, short and long-term disability. - 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%. - Education Support Program. - Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week). - Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays. - Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results.

Role Description Blue Origin's Factory Automation team is part of the Advanced Manufacturing organization within Operations — serving as the in-house automation integrator responsible for designing, building, and deploying the custom equipment and systems that enable scalable, repeatable production across Blue Origin's manufacturing business units. We are looking for an experienced Automation Controls Engineer who brings deep hands-on expertise in industrial controls design and automation systems integration. This role goes beyond pure controls engineering: you will drive projects end-to-end, navigating R&D, design, build, installation, and commissioning while coordinating across a broad range of stakeholders and disciplines. - Collaborate with applications engineers in the development of conceptual automated manufacturing equipment, providing controls architecture input and feedback from concept through detailed design. - Design control system architectures including network topology, I/O distribution, safety systems, and communication protocols. - Lead industrial controls and electrical design of bespoke automation systems. - Develop offline simulations of automated systems to validate control logic, robot paths, cycle times, and system behavior from concept through final design. - Transition from offline development to online debugging and commissioning of PLC, HMI, robot, and similar industrial controls programs from scratch. - Integrate auxiliary equipment, machines, and tools into unified control systems. - Work with panel fabricators and field installation teams; provide technical support during system integration and commissioning. - Lead factory and site acceptance testing. - Lead the build, installation, commissioning, and start-up of automated manufacturing systems. - Create and deliver controls documentation packages including sequence of operations, I/O lists, network diagrams, and program documentation. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Controls, or related engineering field. - Minimum 6 years of hands-on experience developing and integrating industrial controls and automation systems from scratch. - Demonstrated ability to interpret and review electrical and mechanical drawings. - Experience with industrial safety system design including functional safety devices, safety PLCs, and safety-rated circuits. - Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. Requirements - Familiarity with industrial automation and machine safety standards including IEC 61131, ANSI B11, NFPA 79, RIA R15.06, and functional safety standards. - Experience utilizing industrial automation simulation software for offline programming, virtual commissioning, and full production line simulation. - Experience with industrial machine vision systems, including custom application development. - Experience building, modifying, and troubleshooting electrical control panels. - Experience with electrical design for industrial control systems using AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar electrical CAD platforms. - Demonstrated history of delivering custom automated manufacturing systems from concept through production ramp-up. Benefits - Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance. - Paid parental leave. - Short and long-term disability. - 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%. - Education Support Program. - Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week). - Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

Title: Test Engineer | Multiple Levels | Multiple Shifts Location: Central Texas Full time Job requisition id R63720 Job Description: At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities. We are seeking a deeply technical engineer who can masterfully blend hardware, software, and systems level thinking. You will design, build, and commission the state of the art test systems. From defining test requirements early in the design phase to analyzing data from the production line, you will be a critical hub of knowledge. This role is a unique opportunity to build a world class test infrastructure from the ground up for a program that is vital to Blue Origin's future. Position Specific Details: - Shifts: Multiple shifts available - Location:This role will be onsite in TX. It is approved for a temporary remote work exception. - Relocation: Available Role Descriptions Mechanical/Hydraulic As part of a hardworking team of specialists, you will develop, manage and execute test plans and procedures. You will have ownership of fluids systems for ground support equipment and testing of various space vehicle fluids systems. You will develop test methods, operate ground support equipment, author and execute test procedures to efficiently complete integrated fluids system testing for multiple test campaigns. You will be coordinating and directing test crews and ground support equipment while establishing vehicle configurations for testing throughout vehicle production as well as manage and supervise a small team of technicians during test setups, checkouts and teardowns. Minimum Qualifications: - Minimum of aBachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, civil engineering or related field - Background in space vehicle testing, fluids support equipment & fluids ground systems development - Experience with developing, writing and executing test procedures for servicing or leak checking GN2, GO2, and/orGHe, systems - A strong safety record - Leading test teams as a Test Conductor or Test Engineer - Experience reading P&ID schematics/layout designs - Experience developing fluids systems installation and checkout procedures - Vehicle high pressure systems and testing Electrical We are seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented Electrical Test Engineer to join our Production Test Engineering team at Blue Origin. This role is responsible for developing, leading, and executing comprehensive test plans and procedures for integrated avionics subsystems, ground support equipment (GSE), and spaceflight systems. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic production environment, excels at troubleshooting complex electrical systems, and is committed to the highest standards of safety and technical rigor. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to support the integrated system testing of launch vehicles, ensuring quality and reliability for human spaceflight missions. Leveraging advanced methodologies and instrumentation, you will play a critical role in validating avionics systems and maintaining Blue Origin’s commitment to mission success. Minimum Qualifications: - Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Aerospace, Computer Engineering, or related technical field from an accredited university. - Relevant experience supporting test teams as a vehicle system operator, test conductor, test engineer, or console operator. (1+ years Level 1 Engineer, 3+ years Level II Engineer, 5+ years Level III Engineer, 8+ years Level IV Engineer) - Experience troubleshooting hardware related to avionics, electrical, or control systems, with the ability to read schematics and layout designs. - 1+ years of experience developing English work instructions or test procedures. - Ability to support off-shift, extended hours, and weekends as required for mission milestones. Equal Employment Opportunity Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes peopleon the basis oftheir qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardlessof their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please seehere. Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us atEEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request. California Applicant Privacy Notice If you are a California resident, please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Noticehere. Culture Statement Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Export Control Regulations Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. Background Check - Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check - Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation - Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training. - Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical Benefit - Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program. - Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week) - Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays. - Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details. Equal Employment Opportunity Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here. Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.

Role Description As a Principal Engineer for Network Architecture & SDN at TeraWave, you will be the primary architect behind the "brain" of our constellation, designing a dynamic, self-healing network that operates at orbital speeds across our multi-orbit constellation of 5,408 optically interconnected satellites. You will be solving for a topology that changes every second, managing inter-satellite links (ISLs) that move at 27,000 km/h, and ensuring seamless handoffs for users on the ground—all while maintaining strict power and latency budgets. In this role, you will leverage your deep expertise in networking architecture and software-defined networking to create the foundation for a revolutionary space-based communications system. Networking in LEO is fundamentally different from terrestrial fiber, requiring innovative approaches to routing, traffic management, and network resilience. This position offers a rare opportunity to redefine networking for the space domain, working at the intersection of advanced communications technology and orbital mechanics. - Lead the end-to-end design of a hybrid space-ground transport network - Define technical strategy for multi-hop routing, topology management, and fast-reroute strategies tailored for time-varying LEO constellations - Drive capacity modeling that translates raw RF link characteristics into high-performance network-layer models - Architect a Software-Defined Networking (SDN) framework to manage centralized and distributed control planes - Implement real-time Traffic Engineering (TE) and policy enforcement to optimize data flow across constrained satellite payloads and terrestrial backbones - Design programmable transport solutions that allow for rapid deployment of new protocols and features - Build a world-class observability stack using in-band and out-of-band telemetry for packet-level visibility - Develop "Self-Healing" network logic where real-time telemetry feeds directly into SDN controllers for automated congestion management and fault isolation - Correlate flow-level tracing with link performance to ensure peak efficiency across the constellation - Design packet forwarding architectures that survive the rigors of space, optimizing for latency and throughput under power-constrained environments - Lead cross-layer optimization efforts, working alongside RF and Silicon teams to ensure seamless mobility across beams and satellites - Act as the technical authority for networking across TeraWave, mentoring senior staff and influencing long-term hardware and software roadmaps Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field with 15+ years of experience in network architecture, large-scale distributed systems, or telecommunications - Deep expertise in BGP, IS-IS, OSPF, and Segment Routing (SRv6/SR-MPLS) in complex, high-scale environments - Proven track record of building or managing SDN controllers and programmable data planes (P4, OpenFlow, or proprietary frameworks) - Deep understanding of packet processing, ASIC/FPGA forwarding logic, and high-speed switching - Experience leading cross-domain architecture for satellite, wireless, or cloud-scale service provider networks - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - Excellent technical written and verbal communication skills - Experience with development in mission and safety-critical environments Requirements - MS/PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field - Direct experience with LEO/MEO satellite constellations or terrestrial/satellite hybrid networks - Experience building large-scale telemetry pipelines and analytics for real-time network health - Background in graph theory or dynamic topology optimization - Track record of contributing to networking standards (IETF, IEEE) or open-source networking projects - Experience with multi-orbit satellite constellation design and optimization - Understanding of regulatory requirements for satellite communications systems - Experience with model-based systems engineering (MBSE) tools and methodologies Benefits - Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance - Paid parental leave - Short and long-term disability - 401(k) with a company match of up to 5% - Education Support Program - Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays - Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results

Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!  - The Senior ASIC Verification Engineer leads verification of complex digital subsystems for Space based communication ASICs. This role requires strong expertise in advanced verification methodologies, architecture understanding, and multi-functional collaboration to ensure robust, high-quality silicon. Responsibilities: - Lead verification planning and execution for complex blocks or subsystems. - Develop sophisticated UVM environments, reference models, scoreboards, protocol monitors, and assertions. - Translate architecture and design specifications into comprehensive verification strategies and measurable coverage goals. - Drive functional coverage closure, regression health, and verification signoff readiness. - Identify verification gaps, corner cases, and high-risk scenarios early in the development cycle. - Collaborate closely with design, systems, DFT, firmware, and physical design teams. - Review testbench architecture, stimulus quality, and debug methodologies for technical excellence. - Mentor junior engineers in verification standard processes. - Support bring-up, emulation, prototyping, and post-silicon debug activities as needed. Minimum Qualifications: - BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field. - 5–8+ years of ASIC/SoC verification experience. - Deep hands-on expertise in System Verilog and UVM. - Strong understanding of verification planning, assertions, and coverage closure. - Experience verifying complex digital control and datapath logic. - Proven debugging capability across RTL, testbench, and system interactions. - Ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary engineering teams. Preferred Qualifications: - Background in Space based communications, wireless communications, or modem/baseband hardware. - Experience verifying LDPC/BCH/FEC blocks, framing engines, beamforming logic, or DSP pipelines. - Familiarity with formal verification tools and methodologies. - Experience with low-power verification, CDC/RDC verification, or reset-domain behavior. - Knowledge of high-speed interface verification and hardware/software interactions. Compensation Range for: CA applicants is $197,529.00 - $276,539.55 WA applicants is $197,529.00 - $276,539.55 Other site ranges may differ Culture Statement Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Export Control Regulations Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. Background Check - Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check - Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation - Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training. - Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical Benefits - Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program. - Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays. - Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details. Equal Employment Opportunity Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here. Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.

Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!  - We are seeking an experienced ASIC Design Verification Director to lead verification of advanced digital ASICs and SoCs. This role will drive verification strategy, execution, methodology, and quality for silicon supporting applications such as digital modems, baseband processors, payload processing, beamforming, channelization, user terminals, gateways, and space-based communication. Depending on level, this role may lead verification for a major ASIC program or provide broader interpersonal leadership across multiple silicon efforts and product generations. The ideal candidate combines strong hands-on verification expertise with proven leadership in building teams, managing technical risk, and delivering high-quality silicon in a cross-functional environment. Core Responsibilities: - Lead verification of complex digital ASIC and SoC designs for space-based communications applications. - Define and implement verification strategy across block, subsystem, and SoC levels. - Drive development of robust verification environments using System Verilog, UVM, assertions, coverage-driven verification, and formal methods. - Ensure comprehensive verification of datapath, control, interface, protocol, and integration behavior. - Establish verification signoff criteria and drive closure for functional coverage, regressions, assertions, and quality metrics. - Partner closely with ASIC design, systems engineering, architecture, DFT, physical design, FPGA, firmware, validation, and program management teams. - Build, lead, and develop high-performing verification teams through hiring, mentoring, and performance management. - Set priorities, allocate resources, and align staffing with program schedules and technical needs. - Improve verification methodology, reusable infrastructure, automation frameworks, and development processes. - Support emulation, FPGA prototyping, silicon bring-up, and pre-silicon/post-silicon correlation activities as needed. Minimum Qualifications: - BS, MS, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field. - Strong experience in ASIC/SoC verification for complex digital designs. - Deep expertise in System Verilog and UVM. - Strong understanding of constrained-random verification, functional coverage, assertions, scoreboards, reference models, regression planning, debug, and verification closure. - Experience verifying high-performance digital systems with both control logic and high-throughput datapaths. - Proven technical leadership and multi-functional execution skills. - Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. - For Manager level: typically 8+ years of ASIC/SoC verification experience, including leadership of a verification team, major subsystem, or chip partition. - For Director level: typically 12+ years of ASIC/SoC verification experience and 5+ years of people management experience, including leadership of senior engineers, leads, and/or managers. Preferred Qualifications: - Experience with modem, baseband, DSP, beamforming, or networking ASICs. - Familiarity with aerospace or high-reliability system development. - Experience supporting silicon bring-up and post-silicon debug. Compensation Range for: CA applicants is $230,773.00 - $323,081.85 WA applicants is $230,773.00 - $323,081.85 Other site ranges may differ Culture Statement Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Export Control Regulations Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. Background Check - Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check - Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation - Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training. - Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical Benefits - Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program. - Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays. - Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details. Equal Employment Opportunity Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here. Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.